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Libraries in New York

1,058 libraries in 679 cities and 62 counties · Data as of 09/30/2024

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Libraries in New York at a glance

  • With a population of 19,852,366, New York has 1,058 libraries (0.53 per 10,000 people).
  • That is close to the national rate of 0.50 per 10,000.
  • By count, it is 2nd in the country.
  • The most common type is Public Library (709, 67%), followed by Branch Library (300) and Main Library (49).
  • The largest concentrations are in New York (201), Rochester (11) and Syracuse (11).

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Frequently asked questions

How many libraries are in New York?
There are 1,058 libraries in New York in our data as of 09/30/2024.
Which New York cities have the most libraries?
New York (201), Rochester (11), Syracuse (11), Buffalo (9), Albany (7).